Dawson Day dam
Dawson Day
Dawson Day, located in Chambers, Alabama, is a privately owned recreational dam built in 1958 on TR Water Works Creek. With a height of 21 feet and a hydraulic height of 18 feet, the dam provides a storage capacity of 65 acre-feet and a maximum discharge of 1000 cubic feet per second. While the primary purpose of the dam is for recreation, it also serves as a low hazard potential structure with its condition currently not rated.
Managed by the Mobile District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, Dawson Day offers a serene retreat for water and climate enthusiasts in the region. The dam's proximity to New Hope and its well-maintained facilities make it an ideal spot for outdoor activities such as fishing, boating, and picnicking. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam serves as a crucial water resource for the local community, contributing to the conservation and management of water in the area.
With its peaceful surroundings and recreational offerings, Dawson Day stands as a testament to the harmonious coexistence of human-made structures and natural landscapes. As we continue to face challenges posed by climate change, this dam serves as a reminder of the importance of responsible water resource management and the need to appreciate the beauty of our environment. Whether for leisure or learning, Dawson Day remains a valuable asset for water enthusiasts and nature lovers alike.
Dam data reference
Condition Assessment
- Satisfactory
- No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
- Fair
- No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action.
- Poor
- A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency.
- Unsatisfactory
- A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
- Not Rated
- The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Hazard Potential Classification
- High
- Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
- Significant
- Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
- Low
- Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
- Undetermined
- Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Dawson Day -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Chattahoochee River At West Point | 877 cfs | → |
| Tallapoosa River At Wadley Al | 991 cfs | → |
| Yellowjacket Cr At Hammett Rd Blw Hogansville | 32 cfs | → |
| Chattahoochee River At Us 27 | 1,320 cfs | → |
| Tallapoosa River Nr New Site | 695 cfs | → |
| Hillabahatchee Creek At Thaxton Rd | 8 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Dawson Day.
Boat launches
- Abbottsford Road Troup County
- County Road 390 Chambers County
- Pyne Road Park Mega Ramp
- Westpoint Road West Point
- Dam Road Troup County
- West 7th Street 199, West Point
Campgrounds
Track Dawson Day in the Snoflo app
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About Dawson Day
Where does the data for Dawson Day come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Low hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Dawson Day.